Medical Lab Technician I

Sonora Quest Laboratories / Laboratory Sciences of Arizona•Tucson, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs waived and non-waived tests as defined by CLIA ‘88 in an accurate and timely manner with supervision. The role assists with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agencies and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA ’88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA). Personnel report to department supervisor. The position may be responsible for the collection, receipt, and processing of biological specimens into the laboratory. All functions are performed according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. This role is part of one of Arizona's leading diagnostic labs at Sonora Quest, where work directly supports life-saving medical testing and patient care, offering hands-on impact and career growth in a high-demand healthcare setting.

Requirements

Must exhibit personal maturity and responsibility.
Excellent reading, writing and math abilities.
Communicates effectively in oral and written formats sufficient to demonstrate comprehension.
Ability to perform detailed work.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions.
Ability to multi-task.
Ability to problem solve and memorization.
Ability to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly.
Detail oriented and exceptional organizational skills.
Basic computer skills.
Must exhibit skills in exceptional customer service.
Good performance review and passing on-site competency evaluation and /or assessment as defined by the department.
Associate degree in a laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution, or Bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological science (transcripts will be reviewed to determine eligibility).
Equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in the CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489, or Meet other criteria defined in 42CFR493.1489 or 42CFR493.1491 (including US military medical laboratory procedures training courses).
Individuals working in the state of Nevada or California are required to maintain their certification throughout their time in position.
Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation) or other nationally recognized credentialing agency for review to determine eligibility and translated diploma.
Demonstrated competency in phlebotomy in departments where applicable.

Nice To Haves

MLT certification (ASCP, AMT, HEW, AAB).
Basic knowledge of specimen requirements and knowledge of medical terminology.
Previous experience with phlebotomy and processing.
Additional related education and/or experience.

Responsibilities

Performs waived and non-waived tests as defined by CLIA ‘88 in an accurate and timely manner with supervision.
Assists with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agencies and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA ’88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA).
May be responsible for the collection, receipt, and processing of biological specimens into the laboratory.
Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.